After the plastic surgery at Body by Kotokse in Phoenix, it is common for the patient to feel like their skin has no feeling. This is due to the procedures that are taken when going in for plastic surgery in Phoenix. The numb the surrounding area so you don’t feel any pain and the process can go smoothly. However, feeling numb and tingly is normal. They are usual effects of surgery and you shouldn’t panic when you experience these feelings. It can come across as a shock and catch your guard when you aren’t expecting it. However, if you weren’t told beforehand that it may be a possible side effect, you should speak to your plastic surgeon and let them know what you are going through. You may get a quick simple explanation or they may reveal that it could be a complication and tell you to come in for examination.
These feelings occur because of the anesthesia they use this to numb the area and to make sure you don’t feel any discomfort. If you have any questions your surgeon will go in-depth answering all of them. In Phoenix, Arizona, we use anesthesia for most plastic surgery procedures. The reason your numbness may last longer than expected is that your procedure may have called for a nerve block. If they used a nerve block it can last hours after surgery. It can even go on to last a couple of days after your surgery has been completed.
Reasons Numbness May Last Longer Than Expected For Patients in Phoenix
Body by Kotoske knows that staying still on the surgical table can also cause prolonged numbness for patients in Phoenix. This can be amplified by how long you spent on the table. If your surgery was super long then numbness is more likely to occur. The longer you are on the table the longer your numb feelings will stick with you. It can be super uncomfortable because during surgery if your arm or leg falls asleep, you can move it. You have to let it stay asleep for the entire surgery and it can be tedious feeling that static sensation in your arm.
If your plastic surgeon used a scalpel to cut your skin, the incision site may be numb for a couple of months after surgery. It is because nerves are sliced, and that is what is responsible for the numbness.. Without them you are left with a numb feeling throughout where your nerves were damaged. The feeling usually comes back after a couple of months post-surgery.
Post Surgery Recovery For Body By Kotoske Patients in Phoenix
The numbing sensation you feel post surgery at Body By Kotoske in Phoenix isn’t permanent. Here at Body by Kotoske, we know it can be a long road ahead for you especially if you don’t like the feeling or you aren’t getting used to it, but it will go away as time goes on for your recovery process. If you are certain that it isn’t normal and you are feeling a sensation that you shouldn’t be, please contact your health provider or your plastic surgeon and schedule an appointment so they can have you come in for an examination.
Body by Kotoske offers the best plastic surgery procedures in Phoenix. We make sure everything goes smoothly and we know the feeling of static in your limbs is very unpleasant. We of course will let you know beforehand that this has a high chance of happening in hopes to prep you so that you aren’t caught off guard. Before the surgery at your consultation with us, Dr. Thomas Kotoske we will give you an in-depth run-through of what you could possibly expect. We care about you and want to make sure you feel comfortable before and after the procedure is finished.
If you have any questions concerning an upcoming plastic surgery procedure here at Body by Kotoske, give our office a call to schedule your consultation with Dr. Thomas Kotoske in Phoenix. Our Body by Kotoske team in Phoenix are more than happy to answer your questions and shine some light on some things you may be concerned or confused about. At Body by Kotokse, you are our top priority and we want to make sure you feel confident with your results and comfortable.
